Since it first appeared in Scotland during the s, the Golden Retriever has easily become one of the most popular dog breeds in America. Hunters and families alike value this breed for its trainability, friendly disposition, and great retrieving abilities. A Golden will make friends with anyone and will quickly become a child's playmate as well as an adult's close companion. This breed is prized by hunters and families alike for its trainability, social nature, and powerful retrieving skills.
Golden Retrievers are very intelligent, good-natured, and confident. Naturally, this breed thrives on human interaction and aims to please almost anyone, whether owner or stranger. Goldens are an energetic breed that needs a lot of exercise, both mental and physical. Without enough, they may become hyperactive or boisterous. As long as they're well-trained and given enough exercise, Golden Retrievers make calm, obedient, and delightful companions for all.
Goldens should receive at least an hour of daily exercise in the form of running, walking, biking, or even swimming. Some health conditions Golden Retrievers can be susceptible to include hip and elbow dysplasia, subvalvular aortic stenosis, juvenile cataracts, pigmentary uveitis, and progressive retinal atrophy.
However, when these dogs shed the heaviest in the spring and fall, they will need to be brushed every day. Golden Retrievers only need occasional baths and should be bathed around once every 2 months. This breed will also need its ears inspected for signs of infection on a weekly basis.
Their dense double coat is water-repellant and can vary in texture from wavy to straight. A Golden's coat color ranges from light golden to cream, dark golden to golden.
